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Today’s scientific and technological advances have furnished numerous gains in the field of medical devices and wheelchair accessories thus benefiting sick patients or people with temporary or permanent disabilities. Let us look into few of such devices (separate from a drink holder) that lend a helping hand to the needy. Wheelchair: A chair with wheels…

Wheelchairs are a boon to the physically disabled people who cannot walk or move. With the help of these wheelchairs they can move around anywhere and everywhere. Wheelchairs are now often available free of charge at the Information desk of malls, airports, etc. (Although you will probably need to leave some form of identification as…

Wheelchair accessories are adapted and updated as new models of manual and power wheelchairs are developed. New wheelchairs accessory technology can keep patients safer and more comfortable. Users have become more active, requiring better materials and additional features for improved stability and maneuverability. Wheelchair seating attempts to fulfill many competing goals including supporting posture, managing…

When it comes to wheelchair frames, the materials that are used define the extent to which the wheelchair is durable as well as how strong it is. There are a host of materials that are used, from aluminum, titanium, chrome as well as composite materials that are quiet light weight. Some of the frames could…

Wheelchair frames are now made of chrome, aluminum, aircraft aluminum, titanium, an alloy of chrome and other materials, or other lightweight composite materials. The materials used in the frame determine the wheelchair’s strength and capacity. Frames are generally available in folding and rigid styles. Wheelchair frames should be crashworthy and tie down points need to…